The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Charleroi
Cheapest price
€77
Average price
€187
Fastest journey
1 h 57 m
Average duration
3 h 18 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
342 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Charleroi is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Charleroi will cost around €187 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €77.
Of the 5 trains that leave London for Charleroi on Tue, Dec 09, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 09 the direct trains cover the 342 km distance in an average of 3 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 57 m .
On Tue, Dec 09 the slowest trains will take 3 h 56 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for London to Charleroi
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Charleroi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €38, and a train costs an average of €82.
Distance: 212 miles (342 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€191 Average price | €139 Average price | €97 Average price Cheapest |
2h 58m Average total duration 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 1m Average total duration 12h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Charleroi train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Charleroi trains for today, Monday, December 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:16 AM London | 1h57 | 7:13 AM Charleroi | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:01 AM London | 3h34 | 11:35 AM Charleroi | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:01 PM London | 3h56 | 3:57 PM Charleroi | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:04 PM London | 3h31 | 5:35 PM Charleroi | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:04 PM London | 3h31 | 8:35 PM Charleroi | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Charleroi
Trains from London to Charleroi run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $102 (€82) but you can travel from only $48 (€38) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 22:25. The fastest train covers the 212 miles (342 km) distance in 1h 57m.
Distance 212 miles (342 km) |
Average train duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $102 (€82) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 05:03 |
Last train 22:25 |
Train companies: Eurostar from London to Charleroi trainsEurostar trains will get you between London and Charleroi from $48 (€38). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from London to Charleroi
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Charleroi by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Charleroi, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Charleroi
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Betjeman Arms
- AMT Coffee
- The Booking Office
- Carluccio’s
- Chop’d
- Greggs
- Taxi: Midland Road: Currently the taxi pick up is located next to Thameslink station entrance. Soon a large covered queuing area will be available halfway along the lower concourse where passengers can wait for marshalled taxis. Pancras Road: There are two taxi drop off areas in Pancras Road. One is situated halfway along the old Victorian brick built Barlow shed and is convenient for Eurostar passengers. The second is situated close to the main entrance in the new part of the station and is suitable for passengers travelling within the UK.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Midland Road and Pancras Road
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: There are two accessible toilets in this station that are operated by a radar key. One is next to Eurostar arrivals. Toilet attendants are available too.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- The Standard
- Kimpton Fitzroy London
- Alhambra Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the lower level in the main hall.
- Subway lines: Circle Line, Hammersmith & City Line, Metropolitan Line, Northern Line, Piccadilly Line, Victoria Line
- Train lines: Overground line, High Speed 1, Eurostar
- Bus lines: 326, 139
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue de la Villette.
- La Manufacture Urbaine
- Le Pain Quotidien
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- Ibis Charleroi Centre Gare
- Leonardo Hotel Charleroi City Center
- Novotel Charleroi Centre
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for international and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platform 7-10 for local and regional trains
- Bus: TEC lines 1, 3, 4, 18
- Metro: Line M1, Line M2
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